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Uttarakhand demolishes illegal religious structures

The Dhami-led Uttarakhand government has bulldozed over 500 illegal mazars and 200 illegal mosques in Udham Singh Nagar district.

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Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, India
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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 05:10 UTC
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The government of Uttarakhand, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, has conducted a large-scale demolition drive targeting illegal religious structures. In the Udham Singh Nagar district, authorities have reportedly bulldozed over 500 illegal mazars (shrines) and more than 200 illegal mosques. The action appears to be part of a broader enforcement campaign against unauthorized constructions. No immediate reports of casualties or clashes have been mentioned in connection with the operation.
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